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Infectious Multisegmental Spondylodiscitis in a Swine Farmer: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Insights

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Infectious spondylodiscitis is an infection of the spine that carries considerable clinical and socioeconomic consequences. Its diagnosis and treatment are complex, and the condition is potentially debilitating. Early diagnosis, including microbiological and, ideally, histological assessment of the affected tissue, is essential to quickly initiate the most appropriate therapy. We present the case of a 57-year-old patient, a swine farmer, with multisegmental spondylodiscitis caused by Streptococcus suis. His initial presentation included fever and low back pain. The aim of this clinical case is to emphasize that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial in reducing the rate of permanent neurological deficits.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.75923

Authors: Joana Castro Vieira, Mafalda Maria Santos, João Vieira Afonso, Mariana Simão de Magalhães, Ana Cristina Teotónio

Institutions: Unidade Local de Saúde do Oeste, Hospital Distrital Caldas da Rainha

Language: English

Topic: Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405553808